Goshen, IN (June 15, 2026) – Four people were injured Saturday evening when a train collided with a sport utility vehicle at a railroad crossing in Goshen.
According to police, first responders were dispatched just before 5:30 p.m. on June 13 to the North Main Street railroad crossing after receiving reports of a train-versus-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers found an SUV on the south side of the tracks that had been struck by the train.
Authorities said a 44-year-old woman sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to a regional hospital for treatment. Her current condition has not been released. A 39-year-old man and two children, ages 5 and 6, were transported to a local hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
The collision prompted temporary closures at both the Main Street and Beaver Lane railroad crossings while emergency crews responded and investigators processed the scene. Both crossings have since reopened.
Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. We hope all four injured victims make a full and speedy recovery.
Why Train-Vehicle Collisions Often Result in Serious Injuries
Collisions involving trains can be particularly dangerous because of the significant size and weight differences between trains and passenger vehicles. Even at relatively low speeds, the force generated during impact can cause severe damage and serious injuries to vehicle occupants.
Investigators examining railroad crossing crashes typically review crossing signals, warning devices, visibility conditions, train speed, and vehicle movements leading up to the collision. Physical evidence, witness statements, and event recorder data may also help establish how the incident occurred.
Railroad crossings are often closed for extended periods following these crashes to allow emergency responders and investigators safe access to the scene. Determining the sequence of events is an important part of understanding the factors that contributed to the collision and helping improve safety at railroad crossings.
